Child & Adolescent Mental Health Conditions
Northland Child Psychiatry provides evaluation and treatment for a range of psychiatric and developmental conditions affecting children and adolescents up to age 18 in Missouri and Kansas.
Schedule AppointmentConditions Evaluated & Treated
Mental health concerns can look different from one child to another. Understanding what is behind a child's symptoms is an important first step toward developing an appropriate treatment plan.
ADHD
Attention, hyperactivity, impulsivity, organization, school performance, and other challenges associated with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder.
Learn About ADHD → 02Anxiety
Excessive worry, fears, panic symptoms, avoidance, social anxiety, separation concerns, and other anxiety-related difficulties.
Learn About Anxiety → 03Depression
Persistent sadness, irritability, loss of interest, changes in sleep or motivation, withdrawal, and other symptoms of depression.
Learn About Depression → 04Autism Spectrum Disorder
Social communication differences, repetitive behaviors, sensory concerns, emotional regulation difficulties, and related psychiatric needs.
Learn About Autism → 05OCD
Intrusive thoughts, repetitive behaviors, rituals, reassurance seeking, and symptoms associated with obsessive-compulsive disorder.
Learn About OCD → 06Bipolar Disorder
Significant changes in mood, energy, sleep, activity, judgment, and behavior that may require careful psychiatric evaluation.
Learn About Bipolar Disorder → 07PTSD & Trauma-Related Conditions
Emotional and behavioral symptoms following traumatic or highly stressful experiences, including avoidance, fear, sleep problems, and hypervigilance.
Learn About PTSD → 08Developmental Disorders
Developmental, learning, behavioral, and emotional concerns that may affect school, relationships, communication, and daily functioning.
Learn About Developmental Disorders → 09Additional Conditions
Northland Child Psychiatry evaluates a broad range of behavioral, emotional, developmental, and psychiatric concerns in children and teens.
View Additional Conditions →Thoughtful Psychiatric Care for Children & Teens
Treatment begins with understanding the whole child—not simply a list of symptoms.
Comprehensive Evaluation
Dr. Willis takes time to understand symptoms, history, development, family concerns, school functioning, and previous treatment.
Individualized Treatment
Recommendations are based on each patient's diagnosis, needs, circumstances, and treatment goals.
Ongoing Follow-Up
When ongoing psychiatric care is appropriate, treatment is monitored and adjusted as a child grows and needs change.
Concerned About Your Child's Mental Health?
Schedule an appointment with Northland Child Psychiatry to discuss your child's symptoms, concerns, and next steps.